COVID-19 Resource Guide

WHAT ABOUT MY BUSINESS??

Employers guide to navigating COVID-19

Are there financial resources available to me, like grants and loans?

https://www.governor.wa.gov/issues/issues/covid-19-resources/covid-19-resources-businesses-and-workers

https://www.sbaexpress.loans/

http://startup.choosewashingtonstate.com/covid-grants/ 

Are there alternatives to laying off employees?

https://esd.wa.gov/SharedWork

https://esd.wa.gov/unemployment/temporary-layoffs

What are the guidelines to follow if we keep our workplace open?

https://medium.com/@GovInslee/inslee-announces-statewide-shutdown-of-restaurants-bars-and-expanded-social-gathering-limits-bb19095b2251

 

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/cleaning-disinfection.html

 

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-business-response.html

Families First Coronavirus Response Act
https://blogs.orrick.com/employment/2020/03/27/families-first-coronavirus-response-act-what-employers-need-to-know/

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-employer-paid-leave

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions

 

How can I keep my place of business safe for employees and customers?

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-business-response.html

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/cleaning-disinfection.html

 

Can I defer my state B&O tax payments?

Yes- Businesses can request 30 day extension of B&O taxes w/o payment; or 30+ days w/deposit.

Call DOR (360) 705-6705

Are my employees eligible for unemployment?

https://esd.wa.gov/newsroom/covid-19

Are there vendors offering free or low cost help for my business?

https://experiencechehalis.com/resources-for-small-businesses-impacted-by-covid-19/

WHAT ABOUT MY JOB??
Employee’s guide to navigating COVID-19

What are rules about using sick time?

https://esd.wa.gov/newsroom/covid-19

If I'm laid off, can I receive unemployment benefits?

https://esd.wa.gov/newsroom/covid-19 
https://www.governor.wa.gov/issues/issues/covid-19-resources/covid-19-resources-businesses-and-workers

I lost my ride to work, can I still take the bus? YES!

https://twintransit.org/2020/03/03/corona-virus-precaution/

STAY INFORMED
Get information straight from the source

Stay ahead of the game and keep yourself informed. The best way to combat COVID-19 is by staying educated and up to date on the latest rules and recommendations. Here are a list of resources for our county, we will continue to update this list as information changes and expands. If you have questions about local resources please visit the Lewis County Public Health & Social Services page

Financial Resources for Washington Residents Impacted by COVID-19

https://dfi.wa.gov/coronavirus-financial-resources

How to protect yourself & what to do if you think others are sick

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

Tips for keeping yourself protected and practicing good social etiquette during the outbreak

https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4894.pdf

Local Updates

https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/public-health/?fbclid=IwAR27e-pAWD5MX3cDMyjlNthulNbBpfhHSIsZbDTakAlFtakWrWiLVrFJEEQ

https://experiencechehalis.com/resources-for-small-businesses-impacted-by-covid-19/